2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (310 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A6. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | S-Type | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
